Cob Building

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Learn how to build using this versatile, durable, low impact material.

A natural building material that has been used in the UK and around the world for hundreds of years, cob is a highly versatile way of building that can be sculpted to create beautiful, unique structures. Get to grips with the theory and practice of building with cob on this highly practical two-day course.

Key information

Duration: two days

Upcoming dates: please see booking section below for all available dates

Start and finish times: starts at 10am and ends at 4pm on the last day

Fees: £200

Includes: tuition, all materials, full board shared accommodation (single accommodation is available for an additional £20)

What to bring: as this is a highly practical course, safety boots are required and waterproof clothing is advised

What you will learn

Get your hands dirty as you discover the joy of building with cob.

This hands-on practical course will help you decide whether cob is right for your project.

You’ll learn how to choose the right soil and carry out simple soil testing, and you’ll explore mixing methods for large and small scale building, including mixing with machine and by hand/foot.

Start from the ground up as you look at the different types of foundation used and then get stick into mixing, laying and compacting the cob.

We’ll also look at designing in openings such as windows and doors, and we’ll look at finishings for the tops and sides of walls and openings.

A fun hands-on weekend that will give you the confidence to start building with cob.